Tag: Ask Stacy
2-Minute Money Manager: What’s the Easiest Way to Make Money Online?
Stacy Johnson on July 8, 2019
Find out how to use the internet to land the perfect at-home money-making opportunity.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Get a Debt Consolidation Loan?
Stacy Johnson on May 27, 2019
One way to get ahead of debt is to borrow in the form of a debt consolidation loan. But before going down this road, you need to do this first.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Can I Sell Used Electronics?
Stacy Johnson on February 4, 2019
Everybody has them: electronic devices that are too old to use and too valuable to trash. Here’s how to convert them into money.
Should I Fix Up My House Before Selling It?
Stacy Johnson on January 28, 2019
You want to get top dollar for your house, but don’t want to put more money into it. Here’s what to do.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Buy an Annuity?
Stacy Johnson on January 21, 2019
Some investors love them, some hate them, but you should understand annuities. Here’s a simple explanation.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Use a Credit Counselor for Debt Help?
Stacy Johnson on January 14, 2019
If you’re in debt trouble, there’s free help available. But not all of it is on the up and up.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Get Help With Medical Debt?
Stacy Johnson on January 7, 2019
Is medical debt making your credit ill? Here are some ideas that might help it heal faster.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Invest Using Dollar-Cost Averaging or Lump Sum?
Stacy Johnson on December 17, 2018
Is it better to invest a little every month, or a lump sum all at once? The answer may surprise you.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Lend Money to My Kids?
Stacy Johnson on December 3, 2018
We’ve all been there: Friends or family ask for a loan. Here’s what to do the next time it happens to you.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Cancel My Credit Card?
Stacy Johnson on November 26, 2018
If you’re not using a credit card, should you formally cancel it, or just throw it in a drawer and forget about it? The answer may surprise you.
How Can I Find a Good Tax Accountant?
Stacy Johnson on November 20, 2018
Tax season is right around the corner. Good accountants can be worth their weight in gold. Here’s how to find one.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Find a Good Financial Adviser?
Stacy Johnson on November 13, 2018
No matter what they call themselves — from financial planner to stockbroker or investment manager — their answer to this simple question can help you decide where to get advice.
Ask Stacy: Where Can I Get Social Security Advice?
Stacy Johnson on November 6, 2018
Choosing the proper claiming strategy can mean thousands more in Social Security money over your lifetime. Here’s how to find an inexpensive expert who can help.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Know When It’s Time to Sell My Stocks?
Stacy Johnson on November 5, 2018
Investing in stocks means confronting two nerve-wracking questions: When should you buy, and when should you sell? Here’s a simple rule of thumb that will help.
2-Minute Money Manager: Where Can Seniors Find Jobs?
Stacy Johnson on October 22, 2018
If you’re middle-aged or older, finding a job can be a job in itself. Here are some tips that will make it easier.
2-Minute Money Manager: What’s the Best Way to Protect My Passwords and Stay Safe Online?
Stacy Johnson on October 16, 2018
If you use the same password for everything — or use simple passwords so you can remember them — stop what you’re doing and read this.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Buy Dental Insurance?
Stacy Johnson on October 15, 2018
Insurance can be important, but some types of coverage are poor buys. Here’s why dental insurance may not be worth the money.
2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 50 — Should I Go Back to School for a Master’s Degree?
Stacy Johnson on October 8, 2018
A lot of middle-aged people go back to school for a graduate or undergraduate degree. Good idea? It depends. Here’s what you need to know.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Sell My House to an As-Is, All-Cash Buyer?
Stacy Johnson on October 2, 2018
You’ve seen the signs on the side of the road or the ads online: “We Buy Ugly Houses!” Sound too good to be true? Here’s my take.
Should I Drop Cable and Stream Instead?
Stacy Johnson on October 1, 2018
If you’re tired of paying the high cost of cable, consider dropping it and going for a streaming TV solution instead. Here’s how to do it, step by step.
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